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98 Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2017 Chianti Classico, Riserva and Gran Selezione Chianti Classico & Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from 80% to 100% SANGIOVESE OTHER GRAPES up to 20% Canaiolo, Colorino, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot Since 1932, the Chianti Classico has been to the characteristics of the land on which it is produced in a designated part of Tuscany. Today grown. In this area, diverse geological structures the surface of vineyards entered on the Docg are present, such as clay, tuff, Chianti boulders, Register for the production of Chianti Classico limestone, and marl, which combine with the is almost 7200 hectares. However, the zone altitudes and expositions of the vineyards dates back to a notarized document from 1300 and have a climate typical of the continent. discussing wine production in this same area. These factors give rise to a complex number of In the past, the Chianti Classico territory was aromatic and gustative variables in the wines dedicated to olive groves as much as to grape that are produced here. One cannot speak only vines. Even today, two-thirds of the land is of a single Chianti Classico, even if the wine made covered by woods. here is classified as such. The Sangiovese grape, the variety from which the In order to earn the name Chianti Classico and Chianti Classico is produced, is rather sensitive that of the classification DOCG, it is necessary 01 to respect the established rules. The grapes must Greve in Chianti: be derived from the Chianti Classico production • Soils rich in clay and calcium. zone and further the wine must contain at least • Delicate wines, already rather expressive 80% Sangiovese grapes. The percentage can even when young, usually able to mature with be supplemented with other varieties up to elegance. 20% of the total but not more. Native grapes • In this territory, one finds two great sub-zones such as Colorino and Canaiolo, as well as other from the Chianti Classico: Lamole and Panzano internationals, for example Cabernet Sauvignon (the soils here are rich in clay and galestro). and Merlot, may be used to enhance the Sangiovese. Barberino Val d’Elsa: • Zone under which fall two more territories to The Chianti Classico must be released on the the west of the Chianti Classico production zone: market, no sooner than October 1 of the year Barberino Val d’Elsa and Poggibonsi. following the year of the harvest. For the Chianti • In Barberino, only 5% of the terrain is dedicated Classico, labeled as Riserva, the minimum ageing to the production of Chianti Classico. is 24 months. • The territory is characterized by a climate that benefits from temperate winds arriving off the sea. Production zones and their relative characteristics: Tavernelle Val di Pesa: • Seat of the Chianti Classico producers San Casciano in Val di Pesa: association. • Territory straddling two valleys, those delineated • The name for this zone is connected to the term by the Pesa and Greve rivers. “taberna,” an indication of the fact that here, even • Soils for the most part, stony and clay-like. in the past, quality wine was produced. 02 Castellina in Chianti: Gaiole in Chianti: • A “hilltop” Chianti Classico is produced here, • Variegated wines with a good presence of since the vines are planted up to 600 meters galestro but also tuff, a geological structure that above sea level. confers elegance to wines. • Earth rich in alberese, as well as clay and • One of the zones with the highest elevations in galestro, in the southern part of the area. the entire Chianti Classico production area. • Very expansive zone, rich in a great number of Radda in Chianti: variables that influence the wines produced here. • Perhaps one of the oldest areas of the Chianti For this, the Gaiole territory it must be divided Classico zone. into 3 production sub-zones. • Soils rich in alberese. • Nervous wines, capable of long periods of Castelnuovo Berardenga: aging. • Territory geologically variegated bordered by Senese clay. • Tuff is present in the soils. CHIANTI CLASSICO 2015 VINTAGE Some call it the vintage of the century, even if we are only at the beginning of this millennium. Let us set one thing straight right away. The judgement of this vintage is both accurate and excellent. Meteorologically speaking everything was perfect, with temperatures never, or almost never, below zero and regular rain that allowed for the accumulation of reserve water used to nurture the plants during a very hot summer. The impact of illnesses overall in the Chianti Classico region was very low. The phenological maturation of the grapes was constant and regular. In conclusion, we must admit that 2015 was a vintage that could only be “ruined” in the cellars. 03 CHIANTI CLASSICO APRIL 2020 WINE RANKING Chianti Classico 2016 GARDINI NOTES WINE RANKING The targets are three: short (5-8 years), medium (10-15 years) and long (more than 15 years), which denote the aging potential of the wine. SHORT (5-8 years) MEDIUM (10-15 years) LONG (more than 15 years) Chianti Classico DOCG Podere Cinuzzi 2016 CASTELLINUZZA + A farm that has already revealed the quality of its grape blends. Here, an intense Chianti Classico, from a difficult vintage but with a great concentration. Bitter nose displaying aromas of “chinotto” and alcohol-infused cherry. Ample and tannic 95 mouthfeel. Chianti Classico DOCG Baldero 2016 + CARUS This Chianti, with the contribution of Merlot, shows an intense and velvety nose recalling blackberry and blueberry, scents of fresh pepper leaf. Juicy 95 and fresh mouthfeel with a good texture. Convincing persistence. Chianti Classico DOCG 2016 COLLE BERETO From organically managed vineyards, in Radda, Chianti area, a Sangiovese with a little contribution of Colorino. Sophisticated nose, aromas of blackberry jam, pepper, laurel. Ample mouth with a great depth and 95 persistence. Chianti Classico DOCG Le Corti 2016 VILLA LE CORTI - Intense and velvety. First perceptions of a fine nose from undergrowth, “chinotto” and cherries. Generous, ample and juicy in the mouth. Properly structured tannins with a softness which finally turns into a good persistent 94 sip. 04 CHIANTI CLASSICO APRIL 2020 WINE RANKING Chianti Classico 2017 GARDINI NOTES WINE RANKING The targets are three: short (5-8 years), medium (10-15 years) and long (more than 15 years), which denote the aging potential of the wine. SHORT (5-8 years) MEDIUM (10-15 years) LONG (more than 15 years) Chianti Classico DOCG 2017 FONTODI + An excellent single-varietal Sangiovese, where elegance overflows. Great freshness on the nose, aromas of red cherries and raspberries with vegetal scents in the background from laurel. The mouthfeel is backed by a great 96 acidity. Salty, firm and sharp until the end of the sip that is extraordinarily long. Chianti Classico DOCG 2017 VILLA CALCINAIA + Sangiovese blended with Canaiolo resulting in this great bottle, that again confirms its high quality level over the years. On the nose, ripe fruit, plums and cherries with a balsamic trace. A firm and intense mouthfeel with 96 perfectly structured tannins. Chianti Classico DOCG 2017 BADIA A COLTIBUONO Excellent blend of Sangiovese, Colorino, Canaiolo, Ciliegiolo in this label which continues to be at the top of this typology. Its refined nose recalls blackberry jam with a hint of spiciness. Salty in the mouth, with a nice 96 minerality and a soft tannic texture. Good freshness. Chianti Classico DOCG 2017 QUERCIABELLA From vineyards whose altitude is higher than the average one for this typology. A single-varietal Chianti aged in old barrique. Great spiciness on the nose with scents of blackberry and licorice. In the mouth, a superb 96 saltiness. Juicy and nicely persistent. 05 CHIANTI CLASSICO APRIL 2020 WINE RANKING Chianti Classico DOCG Belcanto 2017 NITTARDI Excellent label created by Nittardi from an interesting and versatile oenological project. Organic principles followed in vineyard; a Sangiovese blended with other territorial wines. Very fresh nose, with vegetal aromas 96 and blueberry. Salty, juicy and round in the mouth. Perfectly balanced. CHIANTI CLASSICO DOCG 2017 BORGO SCOPETO + From a Sangiovese/Colorino/Merlot blend, a convincing label thanks to its juiciness and freshness. On the nose, a good vegetal trace from laurel, black pepper on a texture of dark fruits from undergrowth. Intense, fresh in the 95 mouth with salty tannins. Chianti Classico DOCG 2017 CASTELLO DI RADDA + A reference of great reliability for this 2017 vintage, too: 90% of Sangiovese, with the contribution of other territorial wines in blend. Starting on the nose with scents of violet petals, plum jam, a vegetal trace. Salty, intense in the 95 mouth, closing on the notes of caper. Chianti Classico DOCG Fonterutoli 2017 MAZZEI One of the milestones for this appellation, a paradigm of both balance and elegance. 90% of Sangiovese, Malvasia nera, Colorino and Merlot for the remaining part. Fresh and sophisticated nose recalling currant, “chinotto” 95 and a balsamic hint. The mouth is fresh, intense and firm until the end of the sip. Chianti Classico DOCG 2017 ROCCA DI MONTEGROSSI A great organic label – and an emblematic wine, too - which stands out for its quality. A Sangiovese, with a little contribution of Canaiolo and Colorino, aged in large barrels. Violet petals and undergrowth on the nose, with a nice 95 spiciness. Juicy and crunchy in the mouth. Chianti Classico DOCG 2017 VALLE PICCIOLA Vineyards in Pievasciata and Castelnuovo Berardenga, a strong label from 100% of Sangiovese which has found here a proper balance between strength and finesse. A spicy nose with scents of blackberry, pepper and 95 laurel, a balsamic trace. Fresh, intense with a nice tannic texture disclosed in the mouth. 06 CHIANTI CLASSICO APRIL 2020 WINE RANKING Chianti Classico 2018 Chianti Classico DOCG 2018 RIECINE Organic aims followed both in vineyard and in winery.
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